IDR208 Physical Education, Activity and Didactics

The course is connected to the following study programs

• Master's 5-Year Programme in Teacher Education, level 5-10

Teaching language

Norwegian

Prerequisites

IDR136 Physical education and the joy of movement, and IDR137 Physical education and pupil diversity

Course contents

Theoretical topics:

• Didactics with a focus on motivation, learning climate and pupil diversity

• The body in motion: physiology, functional anatomy and movement theory (biomechanics)

• Physical training, training principles and activity planning

• Research on physical education

 

Practical topics:

• Practical training science

• Winter course with various skiing activities

• Outdoor activities in the local area such as kayaking and climbing

• A selection of activities such as various ball games

 

The subject in practice

During the practice period, the students will plan, implement and evaluate a teaching program in physical education that is supported by relevant theory and research in the field.

Learning outcomes

Knowledge

On successful completion of the course, the student will:

• have knowledge of didactic research in physical education

• have knowledge of the body in activity and by learning of movement activities

• have knowledge of interaction and respect for others in connection with physical education

• have knowledge of physical training, training principles and suitable activities for pupils on steps 5-10.

• have knowledge of physical education and bodily learning in an interdisciplinary perspective

 

Skills

On successful completion of the course, the student will:

• be able to evaluate didactic issues and apply relevant theory and research to improve teaching in physical education

• be able to plan, implement and evaluate his or her own development work in physical education

• be able to motivate children and young people to a physically active lifestyle

• be able to work interdisciplinary based on physical education

General competence

On successful completion of the course, the student will:

• be able to contribute to new thinking and innovation in the subject physical education

• be able to work with pupil diversity and differences in physical education, and reflect on the role and content of the subject in a multicultural school

• be able to act as a professional teacher in physical education

Examination requirements

Primary and lower secondary school teacher students must have approved:

• Completed student assignments where digital learning tools are used. This is described in more detail in the semester plan.

• Active participation in compulsory teaching

Primary and lower secondary school teacher students must have passed:

• The practice period

• The practice assignment in groups

• Work requirements in training planning individually or in pairs

 

Course students must have approved:

• Completed student assignments where digital learning tools are used. This is described in more detail in the semester plan.

• Active participation in compulsory teaching

Course students must have passed:

• Didactic work of similar scope as the practice period for the teacher students

• The practice assignment in groups

• Work requirements in training planning individually or in pairs

See Canvas for details.

Teaching methods

The teaching consists of lectures, group work, theoretical and practical work. The winter course and parts of the outdoor activities will be conducted as separate courses away from campus. Digital tools are used by both teachers and students where it is natural. Otherwise, student-active tasks are used, such as planning and carrying out activity days.

Estimated student workload in the course is iapprox. 800 hours. Teaching is compulsory. A minimum of 80 per cent attendance is required for the practical teaching. A minimum of 70 per cent attendance is required for other instruction.

15 days of practice is included for primary and lower secondary school teacher students. Other students will perform a didactic work of similar scope.

Practice requires 100% attendance. See Praksis GLU (practice GLU).

Evaluation

The study programme manager, in consultation with the student representative, decides the method of evaluation and whether the courses will have a midterm- or end of term evaluation, see also the Quality System, section 4.1. Information about evaluation method for the course will be posted on Canvas.

Offered as Single Standing Module

Yes. Subject to availability or capacity.

Admission Requirement if given as Single Standing Module

Course students:

Admission requirements are completed teacher education.

Assessment methods and criteria

The examination is divided into two parts:

1. A graded six-hour individual, written exam in physiology (part 1) and anatomy and movement theory/biomechanics (part 2). Weighted 50%.

2. A graded three-day individual home exam in didactic topics and practical experience. Weighted 50%.

 

See Canvas for details.